2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 569 kg more than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra. 2008 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | Micra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
